Colombia Government Debt to GDP — 2026 Data & Trend
Colombia's government debt was 71.20% in December 2024, down from 71.21% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 71.21%.
Colombia's government debt stands at 71.20% as of December 2024. Over the latest readings, the government debt has moved within a band of 5.40% to 91.16%. The most recent figure of 71.20% is down from 71.21% a year earlier, and is 0.02% lower than a year ago.
The trend
Among the 121 economies tracked on this platform, Colombia ranks #36 on government debt by latest value. It fell from 71.21% in the previous year, and compares with a year-earlier 71.21%.
What's driving it
The debt ratio moves with budget deficits, growth, interest costs and the currency; faster nominal growth lowers it, while wide deficits push it up.
Recent readings
| Period | Government debt |
|---|---|
| Dec 2024 | 71.20% |
| Dec 2023 | 71.21% |
| Dec 2022 | 70.26% |
| Dec 2021 | 80.43% |
| Dec 2020 | 91.16% |
| Dec 2019 | 72.70% |
| Dec 2018 | 71.65% |
| Dec 2017 | 66.73% |
Data: The World Bank — World Development Indicators (CC BY 4.0) Figures carry an effective date; confirm with the source before relying on them.
Frequently asked questions
How Much Government Debt Does Colombia Have in 2026?
Colombia's government debt was 71.20% in December 2024, down from 71.21% the previous year. A year earlier it stood at 71.21%.
Is the government debt rising or falling in Colombia?
It fell in the latest reading — 71.20% in December 2024 versus 71.21% a year earlier. Year on year it is lower.
What is government debt?
It measures total public debt expressed as a share of gross domestic product (debt-to-GDP).